This surprised me because I usually enjoy Meredith Glynn’s writing quite a bit. Pat. Summary: AU: The Djinn siblings created a terrible detailed nightmare for Dean out of revenge, nearly killing him, Lisa, and Ben. When Dean asks him why, Neil says Dean told him to. I also agree that Sam and Dean never wanted to be babied, they just wanted to be loved. I’m late to the party as I just found the emotional fortitude to watch the last two episodes. And Sam, Great job! Far below Quibi's valuation. (The devil is in the details, as they say.) I love Jim Beaver. He’s lived a different life, he doesn’t even know Sam and Dean. Meanwhile, Sam and Dean realize that the vampire manifestation was probably trying to keep Sasha out of the attic. She could still be alive. Glynn respects and remembers canon, which I greatly appreciate. Dean confronts the Djinn, who it turns out thinks he’s Michael come around to test the Djinn to see if he’s following Michael’s instructions: kill as many hunters as you can. Personally I have a fondness for the standalone episodes and this was a good one, like the last one was too. I have never been engaged with any of them and care the least bit about them especially Maggie. I had a bit of a Sixth Sense moment at this point, trying to make sense of how the Djinn was acting with the Winchesters when he must have believed the whole time that he was dealing with Michael. Her character is one of the worst ever and has no impact. But particularly that little moment, when Bobby calls, and Sam just looks so dejected and scared – he even glances at Dean before he goes. This is a great scene, playing out slowly like I mentioned. I cringed at the use of the word “home” because the bunker is NOT their home, all the AU hunters. Sorry, Maggie. Its left me heartbroken for him, do the AU hunters not have hearts? Mary tries to subvert a showdown by pairing Dean off with Bobby, and she goes with Sam. As Mary and Bobby climb the stairs, Sam follows them with his eyes, trying to smile, then nervously glances at Dean as though to reassure himself that his brother is still here with him. romance and Maggie-sue being out of her depth left me sighing in frustration. Drvadayjjvp2wm. I was fine with Maggie when Lucifer killed her last season and Jack brought her back for the big reveal that Satan himself was back from the AU. This episode could have worked better if it were Jack in peril instead. It never gets old. Instead of ten different plot lines zigzagging through the episode, Glynn and director Darren Grant took their time, following each scene and letting the anticipation or suspense or fear or whatever emotion build before bringing it to a climax. seems more at ease than either me or Sam. Directed by Eric Kripke. Even though I want them to be! She has literally lived another life. Still Dean found it in his incredibly large and forgiving heart, to wish her happiness. Ghoul? Supernatural, “Nightmare Logic ... And I liked an angry Fuck You Dean when dealing with the djinn. But being a mother by caring and wanting to understand and listen to their life story that she missed. And we see through his eyes when he finds Maggie. Dean and Bobby find a deserted rustic cabin in the woods, which is always a bad thing in a horror film so is probably a bad thing here too. Supernatural Nightmare Logic Review We don’t get to find out, because Dean channels all that rage we know he’s holding inside and bashes the djinn’s head in. It took me a little while to realize that the pace was slower than I’ve grown used to – but once again, that turned out to be a good thing. Awww Sammy. Roku looks like they got a steal purchases Quibi's content for under $100 million dollars. At this point, Sam and Dean are stoic about their mother leaving, because that’s pretty much what she does. Cas's body seized as blue fire coursed into his eyes, filling them with the djinn's poison. They’re ostensibly going up to Donna’s cabin (you know, the one with the garden gnomes…) so he can recuperate. Yes yes, those small moments and these actors’ ability to infuse them with so much emotional meaning are what makes this show the extraordinary thing it is. I loved that moment so much, loved that throughout this episode the brothers were entirely tuned into each other and trying to give each other what they need. He teases Sam to break the awkwardness, telling him that he did a great job with the whole camp counselor vibe and offering to get him a whistle. With Sam alive, Castiel missing, and Campbell cousins in tow, he tries to pull himself back together. He offers a sincere “I’m sorry.”  And some advice. That’s adorable. Because as a fan I thoroughly detest this whole AU arc which was written just to being back favorite characters. Meanwhile, Sam and Dean realize that the vampire manifestation was probably trying to keep Sasha out of the attic. lol I think most people would agree with you – on both counts! Letting the parent-types wander off and have their space…missing Cas…missing the other characters may keep us on the edge of our seats until after the #300 episode…and then we may see who comes back when and for what. They could all die in an episode (which I think is what we’re being set up for-especially Maggie) and I wouldn’t really care. Dean could tell her about Lisa and Ben. –Now, where the $ came from for all this tech like the new cameras, monitors, and cell phones is beyond me. Mentoring his little brother silently but effectively. And I want to say Sam’s character has softened even Dean over the years, so there’s that. Although Sasha is initially confused, Dean entices her to leave the room and pulls his gun on Neil. According to the Qu'ran, the djinn were created by Allah from a smokeless fire. Sam manages to machete the vampire into dust and free Maggie. And their needs are emotional, not physical. And Sam keeps looking back to make sure his safety net is there but still inches out to the ledge because he needs to in order to live/survive. The homeowner himself turns out to be comatose, taken care of by bubbly nurse Neil (Chris Patrick-Simpson). He struggles but cannot open them. If you’re on the King of Hell’s no-fly list, no way you cruise the friendly skies. Dean mutters and Sam picks up his phone and starts dialing a number. within about five minutes and kicks them out. And then Bobby and Mary leave. Ewww). It took me a little while to realize that the pace was slower than I’ve grown used to – but once again, that turned out to be a good thing. He’s not the only trap set for hunters – for Dean’s family. Leah Cairns did a fabulous job making Sasha a memorable character who seemed very real even in the short amount of time we had to spend with her. He says he’s been trying to get past what “I…we…HE did” and that he was starting to feel like himself again. He’s all awkward when Dean walks in, which is telling – Sam is clearly not comfortable being the leader when Dean is around. To put their needs first just on occaision. It’s almost like Show is saying, love him because I said so, because he looks the same and acts sort of the same. (Brilliant dialogue here, the progression of those three pronouns perfectly encapsulating Dean’s struggle not to take responsibility for what Michael did!). Dean was obviously unhappy with the situation, but instead of being angry, he decided to accept and adapt, to make what Sam built in his absence, work. The Show needs to get all of the AU folks out of the bunker. Get out of the bunker”. They KNOW each other; they care about each other. Now Mary really does know that Bobby’s got some issues. I enjoy their episodes so much! The season consists of 20 episodes and aired on Thursdays at 8:00 pm (ET). She always seems to be taking care of everyone else around her first, leaving her own sons to pick up their own pieces. That he’s still trying everyday to deal with the Mom he has versus the Mom he wants? Nifty! Thank god for benzos. It seems that back in the AU they seemed to know “some” elements of hunting, but it felt more ‘military’ over there (shoot first, ask questions later). I still want to punch Bobby in the face for what he said to you and you’re already trying to help him. He almost takes a back seat to Sam, allowing him to exercise his leadership muscles, but he’s right there, paying close attention. Neil set himself up in the home of Patrick Rawling, using his powers to put the man into a coma that was the apparent result of a stroke. It makes sense that, even if it’s in an awkward way or with very few words, that they would try to take care of each other (and not just by stitching up wounds). He hasn’t done any of the things that made me love Bobby Singer. I love feeling like oooh I can’t wait for next week’s episode, maybe we’ll find out a little more! He’s protective, encouraging Sam to sleep and eat and take care of himself, but he’s very gentle about it, without any put-downs. They’re ostensibly going up to Donna’s cabin (you know, the one with the garden gnomes…) so he can recuperate. I happen to like him). Rated: Fiction T - English - Supernatural/Family - Sam W., Dean W. - Chapters ... "Oh, baby, was it that nightmare again?" And yet not back, because this looks like Bobby and talks like Bobby and is surly like Bobby, but this is NOT Bobby. And I hate it! She tells him that Bobby’s wrong, that what she’s seen is that Sam is doing what he’s “born to do.”  She also tells him far too much about her relationship with Bobby, lamenting that he’s “not open like your dad.”. I appreciate that Meredith is so good at that, and hope she knows that it really makes a difference. it’s the stuff of legends. Sigh. It can’t feel okay, it can’t not be meaningful, but I fear not in the way Show wants it to be. Let‘s see what ideas Show throws at us then , Intriguing — and terrifying! At this point Sam would NEVER send Maggie alone this is so out of character for him. Sorry, they need to move out and find their own homes, the Bunker belongs to Sam and Dean. As long as we keep getting episodes where we see their relationship grow, I’m happy. I loved that moment so much, loved that throughout this episode the brothers were entirely tuned into each other and trying to give each other what they need. If you feel an image was used without consent, please use our Contact Us section to let us know. And people have to be saved and if we don't save them, then nobody will." I hope we get a payoff for what the Djinn saw in Dean’s head. But put that way, it doesn’t seem the help the djinn all that much, does it? Michael told Neil to find a quiet place to set up shop and kill as many hunters as possible. The first red herring, but not the last – and I love that! She has literally lived another life. It undermines her character. Dean compliments Sam on his innovation of having the hunters wear body cams, and he’s the one again encouraging Sam as they head out to look for Maggie, saying that they’ll find her and bring her home. I can’t stand new Bobby and I just wish they would hurry up and write Mary off the show. I just feel…numb. Anyway, Sam and Dean and the Impala, so yay. I wouldn’t expect AUBobby to feel that way, but his affection should have at least grown for Jack. Mary was hyper-focused on Dean in those early S12 episodes. TV Review of SUPERNATURAL Season 14 episode "Nightmare Logic" starring Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Jim Beaver, Samantha Smith ... Neil is a djinn. Demon possession? I want to, I do – but I don’t. And we’re left with hmmmm that groundskeeper seems shady. I can’t help but think of the very brief moment in “The Scar” when Dean offers his verbally loyalty to Sam, which he again affirms non verbally, when he hands Sam the Machete to chase the monster this week. The poison can be used either to kill their victims quickly, or to leave victims in a coma-like state while the djinn feeds on their blood over a long period of time. They’re not our Bobby and Charlie. no need to say any more. She could still be alive. A shady seeming groundskeeper appears with a dangerous looking pitchfork and the boys have to come up with an explanation on the spot. She is 100% done with the Winchesters’ B.S. Plus, they are eager to learn from one of the best (Sam), beyond whatever they used to know back in their old existence. ghoul school in process, and in the world of Sam and Dean it is very much a thing. WIAWSNB - Sam AU. One year ago, Dean moved to Lisa's house to live a normal, "apple-pie" life with Lisa and her son Ben, as recommended by Sam, working as a construction worker. Funny thing is, I worshipped him when I was a kid. Ewww). They throw us a bone then pull the string as we go to grab it. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. So many ways that could go, but makes one think that Michael just might be sitting dormant there just setting up the hunters until he has a chance to pull the plug on the Winchesters. I love having Jim Beaver and Felicia Day on my show, but they are not the characters I loved. Sasha: I’m just gonna go make that sandwich…. Also, I am thinking if Maggie was never in the story again I would never ask where she went. Other hunters can either take them in or help set them up with places to live. It pains me to say that I also don’t feel the way I think Show wants me to feel about AU!Bobby. It’s not, however, adorable that Sam isn’t getting enough sleep. The brothers consider that maybe this is a manifestation, ala Fred Jones in the nursing home. Granted, it does always boil down to the fact that in the grand scheme of everything, Sam and Dean really do only have each other. They morph into the most adorable aw shucks representatives of the Historical Preservation Society you’ve ever seen. I do not like them in the bunker. I’m not sure I’m all that comfortable with this new dynamic either, but Dean seems more at ease than either me or Sam. ), shoots the djinn in the knee and pisses him off. It seems the writers are satisfying the legion of fans who enjoy having ‘the old Sam and Dean back together and hunting.’, Looking forward to exploring the rest of this season of this really great show. I get she’s a working Mom and I support that, but Mary is not, and never has been, a real Mom to Dean and Sam, she didn’t even take a break when Dean was a baby, she was out hunting, saving Asa Fox (totally not Asa’s fault!). So we have demon hunting university 2.0 (3.0?) THAT bugs me more than the unreality of all the people being in the bunker. Sasha makes herself a stiff drink, then whirls on Dean, who is making lots of noise with his knife sharpening (while perched provocatively on a chair arm….). That knowledge is locked somewhere in Dean’s mind. Dean knows how much Sam needs to hear that gratitude and celebrate a rare rescue. I’m enjoying seeing that play out and I’m waiting for the (possibly) inevitable moment where he and Dean collide head-on about something big. I understood AU Bobby better at the end of this episode. It was an interesting little exchange, underscoring the huge disconnect between this Mary Winchester, who only knew John when he was a young man, and the John that Sam and Dean knew. He had a beautiful wife, a job, and his mom was alive, but his fantasy was actually a nightmare. Ackles and Padalecki are such nuanced actors that we can see Sam and Dean’s ambivalence as they watch their mother leave again too. I wholeheartedly agree that Glynn and Perez do a beautiful job of keeping the brothers at their truest selves so that relationship remains. I see them as refugees, and most likely largely untrained ones. Sasha’s dad left them alone and she was the one to find that her mother killed herself when Sasha was only twelve. I’m pretty sure my husband thought I was crazy. For that the djinn gets an upgrade, and is able to read minds and see nightmares … It’s those little things that let me know that the actors also realize that Sam and Dean can’t be as okay with this as they’re trying to seem. In fact, this episode also wonderfully complements the last episode, in which Sam gets to show his protective side and his knowledge of his brother by taking care of Dean – and getting him out on the road on a hunt he can win. Just loving that finally the boys are being allowed to grow up and mature, well done show, never saw that coming but nicely played! I also love that they give us the little bro moments that we have all come to love and expect, after all, that is what that show is about and why we watch year after year. Before Mary came back and selfishly avoided truly rebuilding her relationship with her sons because it was too hard. I spent the whole hour talking out loud to myself, taking in each twist and turn as it came in an attempt to figure out what was going on. You only sleep 3 hours a night. Not making dinner, cleaning the bunker or doing their laundry. He’s protective, encouraging Sam to sleep and eat and take care of himself, but he’s very gentle about it, without any put-downs. Dean respects that, but Sasha then opens up to him, as people often do with Dean. As for Bobby, I know why they write him this way but I don’t get the warm and fuzzies with his character because he is not “our” Bobby. By Samantha Highfill Their final moments are upon them. I don’t blame him one bit. I don’t think the writers/showrunners thought through their plan for bringing Mary back. While I know Dean is trying to support his brother, there will definitely come a time when he will need to pick up the reins again. I also saw a lot of adult fears in this episode — trying to let go the things you believe you can blame your parents for because of your troubled adult-life. It would be hard for the boys (I would hate that) but I wouldn’t miss him like the “real” Bobby. He hasn’t done any of the things that made me love Bobby Singer. They haven’t fought together, he didn’t watch them grow up. When Mary hugs Sam, Dean nervously scrubs his hand over his face as he watches. She doesn’t write down to the viewer, letting us be confused about what’s going on just like Sam and Dean are and rarely hitting us over the head with those painful anvils. But this Bobby hasn’t earned my love, or even my caring about him. "Look, I wanna help you, all right. Has anyone decided?) Sasha: There’s a strange man sharpening a… machete? ... Then, obviously, the djinn tries to attack Dean and that's when we see that, for some odd reason, Dean is immune to the djinn's powers and that's when Dean attacks him and kills him. 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